is washington next? is this oscar winner ready to be a u.s. senator, people are asking him? we have his answer. >>> america's wounded warriors say why they still have reasons to give thanks this christmas. >>> he is known for his award-winning acting in films but could ben affleck be seriously thinking about dumping hollywood for washington? he lives in massachusetts where a u.s. senate seat could open up if john kerry becomes secretary of state. here's what he said today. >> well, one never knows. i'm not one to get into conjecture. i do have a great fondness and admiration for the political process in this country. it's a big deal for know come down here and be on your show they've watched so much, but i'm not going to get into speculation about my political future. >> senator cannery has been nominated to replace secretary of state hillary clinton. he is considered a shoo-in for confirmation, there is likely there will be a vacant seat for the taking in massachusetts soon. >>> cnn newsroom with don lemon coming up in a few minutes. don is here to tell tell us what's ahead